2024-08-03 11:07:43
Manu Bhaker has made the whole country proud at this time. Everyone is happy to see her achievements. However, it was not easy for her to reach this point of success. For this, she, her coach and family have worked very hard.
After the disappointment at the Tokyo Olympics, Manu Bhaker’s parents, Ramkishan Bhaker and Sumedha, encouraged the young shooter by reciting verses from the Gita with her. Even during the family’s vacation to Kerala, verses from the holy book were recited in between conversations.
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what is the achievement
1099 days after the disappointment of the Tokyo Olympics, 22-year-old Manu Bhaker made a stunning comeback by winning the bronze medal in the women’s 10m air pistol final held at the Chateauroux range in France. Manu Bhaker scored a total of 221.7 points, finishing slightly behind Korea’s Oh Ye Jin and Kim Yeji. In fact, the Indian shooter was in silver medal position before her final shot, but Kim shot 10.3 against 10.5 to overtake her.
Help from Geeta
There was a happy atmosphere in the Bhaker household and his father remembers the spiritual teachings that became mantras for Manu. “Manu’s mother would often recite verses from the Gita to him and one of the verses she would often repeat is ‘Yah sarvatranabhisanehastatatpraapya shubhaashubham, nabhinandati na dveshti tasya prajna pratisthita’, which means that a person who remains impartial in all circumstances, and is not delighted by good fortune and not disheartened by misfortune, his wisdom is established,” his father said.
So let us now know what children get to learn from Geeta like Manu Bhaker.
Development of moral values
The Gita contains many lessons on morality and religion that teach children to differentiate between right and wrong. It helps them understand the importance of honesty, integrity, and justice. Through the Gita, children understand moral and social responsibilities and grow as good citizens.
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Mental peace and meditation
The chapters of the Gita emphasize the importance of meditation and mental peace. Regularly reciting the Gita increases the ability of concentration and attention in children. It relieves them from stress and anxiety and provides mental stability.
Self-confidence and self-esteem
The teachings of the Gita help children develop self-confidence and self-esteem. The Gita teaches that every individual has unique abilities and strengths. It inspires children to believe in themselves and recognize their capabilities.